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Among the faithful, the schola cantorum or choir exercises its own liturgical function, ensuring that the parts proper to it, in keeping with the different types of chants, are properly carried out and fostering the active participation of the faithful through the singing. 272. To you will I offer sacrifice of thanksgiving, and I will call upon the name of the LORD. The priest gives the sign of peace to the minister, if appropriate. 61. 3: AAS 89 (1997), p. 864. The Arrangement and Furnishing of Churches for the Celebration of the Eucharist, 288. Interdicasterial Instruction on certain questions regarding the collaboration of the non-ordained faithful in the sacred ministry of priests, Ecclesiae de mysterio, 15 August 1997, art. In order, however, to enable such a celebration to correspond all the more fully to the norms and the spirit of the sacred Liturgy, certain further adaptations are set forth in this Instruction and in the Order of Mass and entrusted to the judgment either of the diocesan Bishop or of the Bishops Conferences. It is appropriate that actions and processions of this sort be carried out with decorum while the chants proper to them occur, in keeping with the norms prescribed for each. Further, the nature of the ministerial priesthood proper to a Bishop and a priest, who offer the Sacrifice in the person of Christ and who preside over the gathering of the holy people, is evident in the form of the rite itself, by reason of the more prominent place and office of the priest. /,pUFPU Hy endstream endobj 402 0 obj <>/Size 368/Type/XRef>>stream . Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, nos. [144] Cf. Sacramentarium Veronense, L. C. Mohlberg et al., editors (3rd edition, Rome, 1978), section I, no. Following the example of Christ, the Church has always used bread and wine with water to celebrate the Lords Supper. [140] For blessing objects that are designed for liturgical use in churches, cf. He then incenses the Blessed Sacrament while Tantum Ergo Sacramentum or another Eucharistic song is sung. 319. After the principal celebrants Communion, the chalice is placed on another corporal at the side of the altar. 192. The psalmists role is to sing the Psalm or other biblical canticle that comes between the readings. If need be, once the period of experimentation is concluded, the Bishops Conference shall decide upon pursuing the adaptations and shall propose a mature formulation of the matter to the Apostolic See for its decision.[158]. Ritual Masses are celebrated in their proper color, in white, or in a festive color; Masses for Various Needs, on the other hand, are celebrated in the color proper to the day or the season or in violet if they are of a penitential character, for example, in The Roman Missal, no. In these instances the sign of the unity of the priesthood and also of the Church inherent in every concelebration is made more clearly manifest.[103]. The priest, therefore, in planning the celebration of Mass, should have in mind the common spiritual good of the people of God, rather than his own inclinations. 13; Codex Iuris Canonici, can. If, however, the continuous reading during the week is interrupted by the occurrence of some solemnity or feast, or some particular celebration, then the priest, taking into consideration the entire weeks scheme of readings, is allowed either to combine parts omitted with other readings or to decide which readings are to be preferred over others. 47-48). 366. All other things being equal, Gregorian chant holds pride of place because it is proper to the Roman Liturgy. Before, however, proceeding to new adaptations, especially those more thoroughgoing, great care should be taken to promote the proper instruction of clergy and faithful in a wise and orderly fashion, so as to take advantage of the faculties already foreseen and to implement fully the pastoral norms concerning the spirit of a celebration. 245. 7, 47; Decree on the Ministry and Life of Priests, Presbyterorum ordinis, nos. Either in the sanctuary, apart from the altar of celebration, in a form and place more appropriate, not excluding on an old altar no longer used for celebration (cf. 30. Thus, while many expressions, drawn from the Churchs most ancient tradition and familiar through the many editions of The Roman Missal, have remained unchanged, many other expressions have been accommodated to todays needs and circumstances. It is fitting that there be a cantor or a choir director to lead and sustain the peoples singing. [22] Cf. 214. also Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Musicam sacram, On music in the Liturgy, 5 March 1967, no. 383. The UNESCO convention definition of intangible cultural heritage (ICH) covers religious practices and rites, as can be seen from normative descriptions and dozens of actual examples, many of which are Catholic religious traditions. PL 2, 376A; Origen, Disputatio cum Heracleida, no. 0000028975 00000 n 384. Priest's Words are in blue color. The rubric following the washing of the feet is more descriptive than the presently existing one: "After the Washing of Feet, the Priest washes and dries his hands, puts the chasuble back on, and returns to the chair, and from there he directs the Universal Prayer. The priest, in fact, as the one who presides, prays in the name of the Church and of the assembled community; but at times he prays only in his own name, asking that he may exercise his ministry with greater attention and devotion. When the Alleluia is begun, all rise, except for a Bishop, who puts incense into the thurible without saying anything and blesses the deacon or, if there is no deacon, the concelebrant who is to proclaim the Gospel. 0000003290 00000 n The people answer, Et cum spiritu tuo (And also with you). Sacred Congregation for the Sacraments and Divine Worship, Instruction Inestimabile donum, 3 April, 1980, no. Accordingly, a part of the new Missal directs the prayers of the Church in a more open way to the needs of our times, which is above all true of the Ritual Masses and the Masses for Various Needs, in which tradition and new elements are appropriately harmonized. 13. In texts that are to be spoken in a loud and clear voice, whether by the priest or the deacon, or by the lector, or by all, the tone of voice should correspond to the genre of the text itself, that is, depending upon whether it is a reading, a prayer, a commentary, an acclamation, or a sung text; the tone should also be suited to the form of celebration and to the solemnity of the gathering. The altar should, moreover, be so placed as to be truly the center toward which the attention of the whole congregation of the faithful naturally turns. [127], 315. 767 , [64] Cf. no. All who wear an alb should use a cincture and an amice unless, due to the form of the alb, they are not needed. 326 views, 12 likes, 3 loves, 9 comments, 11 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from Parroquia de Santiago Apstol, Ayahualulco, Ver. [62] Cf. At the end of the prayer the people say the acclamation, Amen. And with your spirit. 121. 23. An altar whether fixed or movable is dedicated according to the rite prescribed in the Roman Pontifical; but it is permissible for a movable altar simply to be blessed. 7). While the organ is to be accorded pride of place, other wind, stringed, or percussion instruments may be used in liturgical services in the dioceses of the United States of America, according to longstanding local usage, provided they are truly apt for sacred use or can be rendered apt. The Bishop should therefore be determined that the priests, the deacons, and the lay Christian faithful grasp ever more deeply the genuine meaning of the rites and liturgical texts, and thereby be led to an active and fruitful celebration of the Eucharist. 202. [23] In it, moreover, during the course of the year, the mysteries of redemption are recalled so as in some way to be made present. 24: AAS 60 (1968), p. 442. [134] There should usually be only one image of any given Saint. Its use is preferred on Sundays and feast days. Then the priest, with hands extended, says aloud the prayer, Domine Iesu Christe, qui dixisti (Lord Jesus Christ, you said). [95] It may, however, also be celebrated without singing and with only one minister. 56; Sacred Congregation of Rites, Instruction Eucharisticum mysterium, On the worship of the Eucharist, 25 May 1967, no. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. 938 2; John Paul II, Apostolic Letter Dominicae Cenae, 24 February 1980, no. [66] Cf. The concluding doxology of the Eucharistic Prayer is spoken solely by the principal priest celebrant and, if this is desired, together with the other concelebrants, but not by the faithful. 26, 28; Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. The Mass on Holy Thursday is commonly known as the Feast of the Lord's Supper. After the reading that immediately precedes the Gospel, the Alleluia or another chant indicated by the rubrics is sung, as required by the liturgical season. 57: AAS 59 (1967), p. 569; The Roman Ritual, Holy Communion and Worship of the Eucharist outside Mass, edition typica, 1973, no. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. 387, 388-393). 117-119. The Prayer of the Faithful follows, which may be said even in this form of Mass. A sacred silence may now be observed for some period of time, or a Psalm or another canticle of praise or a hymn may be sung (cf. It is also up to the priest, in the exercise of his office of presiding over the gathered assembly, to offer certain explanations that are foreseen in the rite itself. MASS AT WHICH ONLY ONE MINISTER PARTICIPATES. There is also to be a cross, with the figure of Christ crucified upon it, either on the altar or near it, where it is clearly visible to the assembled congregation. [93] Cf. 171. 28. The practice of placing relics of Saints, even those not Martyrs, under the altar to be dedicated is fittingly retained. [24] Cf. If incense is used, the priest then puts some in the thurible, blesses it without saying anything, and incenses the offerings, the cross, and the altar. The responsorial Psalm should correspond to each reading and should, as a rule, be taken from the Lectionary. [150] Cf. 291). 106. 360. As Catholics, we know that the Holy Mass is the center of our faith and the source of divine life. IV. 350. [55] Cf. The English translation of the General Instruction of the Roman Missal (Third Typical Edition) 2002, International Committee on English in the Liturgy, Inc. All rights reserved. 266. It is the competence of the Conferences of Bishops in the first place to prepare and approve an edition of this Roman Missal in the authorized vernacular languages, for use in the regions under their care, once their decisions have been accorded the recognitio of the Apostolic See.[149]. The same then purifies, wipes, and arranges the sacred vessels in the usual way. In performing this function the commentator stands in an appropriate place facing the faithful, but not at the ambo. [108] Cf. He then carries the chalice over to the credence table and there he or a duly instituted acolyte purifies, wipes, and arranges it in the usual way (cf. Another way of dividing a Mass is into its "ordinary" partsthose texts which, with some variations, are part of the Mass on a daily basisand its "proper" partsthe texts of prayers and selection of Scripture readings proper to the specific feast, feria or other occasion being observed. [119] Cf. 123. <> He himself begins it with a brief introduction, by which he invites the faithful to pray, and likewise he concludes it with a prayer. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Constitution on the Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. Then the principal celebrant, facing the altar, says quietly, Corpus Christi custodiat me ad vitam aeternam (May the body of Christ bring me to everlasting life), and reverently receives the Body of Christ. 68) with everyone standing. Furthermore, the principle shall be respected according to which each particular Church must be in accord with the universal Church not only regarding the doctrine of the faith and sacramental signs, but also as to the usages universally handed down by apostolic and unbroken tradition. 30, 34; cf. After the Eucharistic Prayer is concluded, the priest, with hands joined, says the introduction to the Lords Prayer. Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, Dogmatic Constitution on the Church, Lumen gentium, nos. 43. [10] Cf. 94. When no deacon is present, the lector, after the introduction by the priest, may announce from the ambo the intentions of the Prayer of the Faithful. Thus the best place for the chair is in a position facing the people at the head of the sanctuary, unless the design of the building or other circumstances impede this: for example, if the great distance would interfere with communication between the priest and the gathered assembly, or if the tabernacle is in the center behind the altar. [157] Cf. no. The Preface brings to light the conferral of the priestly power accomplished through the laying on of hands; and, by listing the various duties, it describes that power, which is the continuation of the power of Christ the High Priest of the New Testament. The bread and wine for the Eucharist are carried to the celebrant, who places them upon the altar, while other gifts are put in another appropriate place (cf. The chair of the priest celebrant must signify his office of presiding over the gathering and of directing the prayer. The vestment proper to the deacon is the dalmatic, worn over the alb and stole. Their purpose is to ensure that the faithful who come together as one establish communion and dispose themselves to listen properly to Gods word and to celebrate the Eucharist worthily. 52. The deacon exercises his ministry at the altar whenever he needs to assist with the chalice and the Missal. [37] For this reason Christs promise applies in an outstanding way to such a local gathering of the holy Church: Where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I in their midst (Mt 18:20). 15; cf. The current norms, prescribed in keeping with the will of the Second Vatican Ecumenical Council, and the new Missal that the Church of the Roman Rite is to use from now on in the celebration of Mass are also evidence of the great concern of the Church, of her faith, and of her unchanged love for the great mystery of the Eucharist. endobj 95. If a prayer over the people or a solemn formula for the blessing is used, the deacon says, Inclinate vos ad benedictionem (Bow your heads and pray for Gods blessing). 10 and 14. No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or by any information storage and retrieval system, without permission in writing from the copyright holder. When the Kyrie is sung as a part of the Act of Penitence, a trope may precede each acclamation. After the Lords Prayer is concluded, the priest alone, with hands extended, says the embolism Libera nos (Deliver us). 160, 283); The materials for the altar and sacred furnishings, especially the sacred vessels, and also the materials, form, and color of the liturgical vestments (cf. 281. 21. In choosing between these two forms, a pastoral criterion must be kept in mind. . If the priest notices after the consecration or as he receives Communion that not wine but only water was poured into the chalice, he pours the water into some container, then pours wine with water into the chalice and consecrates it. In addition, he may give the faithful a very brief introduction to the Mass of the day (after the initial Greeting and before the Act of Penitence), to the Liturgy of the Word (before the readings), and to the Eucharistic Prayer (before the Preface), though never during the Eucharistic Prayer itself; he may also make concluding comments to the entire sacred action before the dismissal. In the Prayer of the Faithful, the people respond in a certain way to the word of God which they have welcomed in faith and, exercising the office of their baptismal priesthood, offer prayers to God for the salvation of all. 49. Then the cantor, the lector, or another person announces the intentions from the ambo or from some other suitable place while facing the people, who take their part by responding in supplication. 932 1. [70] Cf. In the absence of an instituted lector, other laypersons may be commissioned to proclaim the readings from Sacred Scripture. Sacred buildings and requisites for divine worship should, moreover, be truly worthy and beautiful and be signs and symbols of heavenly realities. If the chalice is purified at the altar, it may be carried to the credence table by the minister or may again be placed on the altar at the side. 2 0 obj This may require that parishes do some preliminary planning for this to successfully happen. Its riches are of benefit to the universal Church, so that were they to be lost, the Church would be seriously harmed. 52. SOME GENERAL NORMS FOR ALL FORMS OF MASS, Veneration of the Altar and the Book of the Gospels. Then he places the paten with the bread on the corporal. 48, 74, 87); The readings from Sacred Scripture to be used in special circumstances (cf. 173. 219. 10. However, he should always take care to keep to the sense of the text given in the Missal and to express it succinctly. 2: AAS 65 (1973), pp. 28; Order of Crowning an Image of the Blessed Virgin Mary, editio typica, 1981, nos. nos. In the sanctuary there should be prepared. 86. Finally, it is a people made one by sharing in the Communion of Christs Body and Blood. 67. Once the prayer after Communion has been said, the deacon makes brief announcements to the people, if indeed any need to be made, unless the priest prefers to do this himself. 4: AAS 30 (1938), pp. It is not permitted to substitute other chants for those found in the Order of Mass, such as at the Agnus Dei. According to local custom, the server also rings the bell as the priest shows the host and then the chalice. Furthermore, great attention is to be paid to whatever is directly associated with the altar and the Eucharistic celebration, e.g., the altar cross and the cross carried in procession. 2616 13 212. 30-46; for the manner of joining the Hours of the Office with the Mass, cf. 0000005071 00000 n Concelebration, which appropriately expresses the unity of the priesthood, of the Sacrifice, and also of the whole People of God, is prescribed by the rite itself for the Ordination of a Bishop and of priests, at the blessing of an abbot, and at the Chrism Mass.